Government Affairs Manager

• Pro-actively scan the environment for key policy matters
• Monitor and research current and relevant emerging public policy issues
• Ensure sector and corporate partners are advised of key legislative/regulatory risks
• Provide external insight into the company with respect to key policy and regulatory matters
• Strategic advisory on confidential and sensitive matters
• Establish and manage relationships with relevant industry associations
• Represent the Company on key government and industry representative bodies
• Ensure PepsiCo’s position is understood and shape/impact industry-positioning
• Influence public policy in support of PepsiCo’s business objectives
• Drive strategic partnerships to advance PepsiCo’s global goals and commitments
• Represent PepsiCo’s position in negotiations with lawmakers and regulatory agencies
• Represent PepsiCo in external interest groups
• Support Annual/Strategic Plans and Budgets
• Provide counsel for effective crisis mitigation/management
• Embed and drive best practice standards for PepsiCo PPGA function
• Clear communication of vision and strategy of Corporate Affairs and PPGA initiatives
• Provide value-adding support to the Business in terms of business improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, public policy, Legal, Economics or related field or related experience
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a legislative affairs or government affairs
• Industry exposure to fast moving consumer goods would be highly advantageous
• Proven track record in senior stakeholder management and advising the board and leadership on the most effective corporate affairs strategies
• Strategic thinking to set direction and shape future environment as well as executional excellence
• Strong communication skills
• must also be able to effectively communicate with executives, government and general audiences.

Industry exposure to fast moving consumer goods

• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 12% of annual salary paid out annually
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.